Trauma and PTSD therapists in Port Townsend, WA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Port Townsend, Washington who provide testing, evidence-based treatment for trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and related challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Compare detailed therapist profiles and connect with a provider that’s right for you.
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PTSD/Trauma
Vanessa Hooper
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC, PMH-C
Trauma changes how your body and brain respond to the present, not just how you remember the past. As an EMDR-trained clinician specializing in complex childhood and relational trauma, I help you process what happened and reclaim a sense of safety in your own life.
6 Years Experience
Online in Port Townsend, WA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Jeremy Grisham
Therapist, EdD, LMHC, MHP
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12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Townsend, WA
PTSD/Trauma
Umbrella Therapy - Andrew Baker
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Defining the Impact
Trauma: This is the emotional and physiological response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event. It can shatter your sense of security, making the world feel unpredictable and dangerous.
PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder): This can occur when the initial trauma doesn't "settle." It often involves intrusive memories (flashbacks), avoiding reminders of the event, and feeling constantly "on edge" or hyper-vigilant.
Our Path Forward: Safety First
Healing from trauma is not a race, and it is certainly not about being re-traumatized in the therapist's chair. Our work together is built on a foundation of predictability and choice.
Pacing and Control: We will go slowly. You are the one with your foot on the pedal. We only move toward difficult memories when you feel ready and regulated.
Grounding in the Present: Before we ever touch the pain of the past, we will focus on grounding techniques. These are practical tools designed to keep you tethered to the safety of the "here and now" when your mind tries to pull you back into a memory.
Safe Exposure: When the time is right, we will use gentle, managed exposure to help your brain process what happened. The goal is to transform "terrifying memories" into "past history"—things that happened to you, but no longer control you.
You don't have to stay trapped in the past. We will work together to build a present where you feel safe in your own skin again.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Townsend, WA
Online in Port Townsend, WA
PTSD/Trauma
Melissa Watson
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LMHC, ATR
I specialize in treating trauma. I am trained in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), a well researched therapeutic approach that supports clients to work through trauma and stressful memories, and requires less talking than traditional therapy.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Townsend, WA
Online in Port Townsend, WA
PTSD/Trauma
Nadia Amjoun
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LSWAIC, SUDP
Trauma often lives in both the body and mind, shaping emotional responses, nervous system regulation, and relationships. Tools are provided to process these experiences, regulate the nervous system, and build stability, grounding, and self-trust.
2 Years Experience
Online in Port Townsend, WA (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Port Townsend, WA Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Port Townsend, WA average 15 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (38%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (36%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
41%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 51% |
Online Only |
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| 49% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 27% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |
| 26% | Black / African American |